This shop has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #CollectiveBias #KeratinKBondPlex #KeratinColorAtWalmart During the holidays, I love throwing festive parties -- and I also like attending other parties that people put together. I usually go all out -- either a neat Christmas t-shirt I found online, an Ugly Christmas sweater, or -- you might even find me with twinkle lights in my hair. ...
Beauty Tips
The Secret to Vacation Ready Skin
Now that the cold has really set in, everyone is starting to plan for those winter and spring vacations. Whether you’re thinking about a beach vacation or you’re just planning to visit family over the holidays, one thing’s for sure… You’re probably going to have your photo taken a lot! The good news is, it’s not too late to get your skin looking beautiful so that you can feel confident and look ...
5 Healthy Habits For A More Beautiful Glowing Skin
When it comes to skincare, it is highly important to take care of it at least every now and then. Your face is the first thing people see! For a lot of us, makeup is where we seek help to hide some sudden acne, blemishes or flaws in general that affect our self-confidence levels. ...
Tired, Puffy Looking Eyes? Treat Those Eyes Naturally With These 4 tips
Getting ready for that all important job interview, date night, or brunch with friends can really take a downward turn if you look in the mirror and see a pair of tired, puffy eyes looking back at you. How did this happen? When did this happen? And more importantly, how can I hide them? ...
How to Get a Perfect Hollywood Smile
A large number of people dream of healthy and beautiful teeth, which are essential for a gorgeous smile at the same time. If you’re one of them, too, welcome to the club – you definitely aren’t the only one! ...
Essential Charms – the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift for the Essential Oil Lover
Thank you to Essential Charms for sending me a couple of pieces to review. All opinions listed are 100% my own. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love essential oils. They have been a big part of the healing I have felt in my body over the years-- such as peppermint oil for headaches, di-gize for tummy troubles, and they even have oils to help with hot flashes, sore muscles and more. But my ...
How To Straighten Your Hair In A Rush!
Every woman’s routine for getting ready in the morning is more or less the same, get up, take a shower, pick out an outfit and do your hair and makeup. Makeup may take quite a really long time depending on the type of beauty appearance you want for the day. Getting your hair done also takes quite a while especially for the curly haired types. Sometimes, in case you are running late, one may opt to ...
3 Ways to Keep Your Skin Looking Refreshed All Winter
This tutorial for keeping your skin looking refreshed all winter has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NatureMadeVitaminD #CollectiveBias We are deep, deep deep into fall and my skin is already feeling the effects of the back forth weather changes. Here in Kentucky, we go from 10 degrees one day to 75 degrees the next -- and my skin ...
Teaching Your Teenage Daughter How to Update Her Look
This shop has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #FashionColorExpert #sponsored A couple of months ago, you might remember me talking about updating my look and embracing the second phase of my life. Since then I have had SO many compliments about my hair color. My daughter, who has had the same look since she was 13 decided it was high time for her to embrace the last year of her teen years ...
Wedding Insights: Hair and Makeup Questions Answered!
Any reputable wedding experts in hair and makeup usually offer any advice that people need. If you browse wedding hairstyles and makeup vendors from the internet, the best ones will be offering to answer all the question that you might have about hair and makeup before your wedding. Check the following common questions and answers. ...
How to Embrace the Second Phase of Your Life
This shop has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #CareWithKeratin #sponsored As I write this, I am beginning to look at myself with new eyes. No longer am I a homeschool mom filled with days of schoolbooks and lesson plans. No longer am I this stay at home mom devoted to her children's welfare. No -- I am in the second phase of my life -- the empty nest phase. For a long time I struggled with ...
Why I Buy Diamond Jewelry Online [And My New Favorite Online Fine Jewelry Store!]
It’s no secret that diamonds are a girl’s best friend! In the south, this is certainly no exception. We like our hair high, our iced tea sweetened, our chicken fried, and our diamonds BIG! Some people are surprised to hear me say that I shop online for fine jewelry. To that, I say, “Welcome to the age of online shopping!” I genuinely believe the very best deals to be had are online, NOT in stores. ...
Free Summer Skincare Essentials from Burt’s Bees & Grove Collaborative
Y'all-- in Kentucky it is hot as blue blazes here and my skin is feeling it. Not only am I dealing dry skin, but my lips are chapped from the heat, my hair is brittle and everything about me needs a makeover right now. Right now, you need to stop what you’re doing and grab this free Personal Care Set from Grove Collaborative. ...
5 Secrets to Thick, Gorgeous Hair
A few months back, you might remember that I mentioned that I am going through the changes a woman goes through just a wee bit early for my taste. Because of that, EVERYTHING about me is changing -- including my hair. It has gone from being silky and shiny and flowing, to coarse, brittle, and a little bit dull. ...
Looking Fabulous while Circling the Globe
You're off on a vacation. Great! A time to get away and relax. But wait a minute... you want to look stellar. Yet, you're not able to bring your full setup on the plan let alone wanting to lug it around upon arrival. No worries. You can still have that stellar look without the salon list of beauty products. ...
10 Signs You Are Not Getting Enough Sleep
So, how are you feeling today? If you are feeling bright, energized, and raring to take on whatever life is going to throw at you, then you probably had the recommended amount of sleep last night, which according to sleep experts, is around 7-8 hours. ...
3 Super Foods to Combat Skin Pigmentation
Skin pigmentation is a skin condition that turns a specific patch (or patches) of your skin into a darker tone. While this condition doesn’t harm your skin, it can be an indication of a medical issue. Besides this, pigmentation makes your skin look unhealthy and uneven. ...
How to Create a Pamper Me Gift Basket for a Friend
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #AmopeForTheHoliday #CollectiveBias One of my favorite things to do around the holidays is give special gift baskets to my friends. Since I am such a mani/pedi person, this year I decided to make a pamper me gift basket and share with my best friend in the whole world. ...
3 Tips For Keeping Your Face Fresh and Clean During Your Travels
This post was sponsored by Neutrogena as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions (FTC) guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review. I travel a lot. I take at least 6-8 trips per year at different times around the ...
3 Ways to Wake Your Skin Up In the Morning
Thank you Dove for partnering with me on this post. Visit your local retailer to pick up the Dove White Beauty Bar today! I love sharing my favorite ways to wake your skin up in the morning. Since I have been trying to take better care of my health, I decided it was time to take better care of my skin too. ...
How to Keep Your Lips Kissable All Winter Long
I don't know about you, but during the long winter months, the harsh cold and windy days can wreak havoc on my lips. I know how I would be and I would not want to kiss anyone with cracked lips, so I am sure my hubby doesn't want to kiss me if I have rough and dry lips. I like to keep my lips kissable all winter long. My husband definitely appreciates that. ...
Homemade Peppermint Foot Scrub
Nothing makes me happier than having a spa day at home. I grab my favorite homemade peppermint foot scrub and my new Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub, turn up my mood music and have myself the perfect relaxing spa day. ...
How Do You Get Ready for the Big Game Day?
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/P&G. I don't know how you handle getting ready for the big game, but my family and I are SO different in a lot of ways. While the guys are going on and on about the stats of their favorite team, I have my own way of getting ready for the big game day. ...
How to Create a Pamper Me Gift Basket
I love giving gifts to my friends. I have some of the best friends, both online and in real life, and nothing does my heart good than to shower them with fun gift baskets. I recently created a pamper me gift basket to give to a friend who has been feeling a little down. I wanted to show you how you could make one too! ...
Get Insta Glam Hair with the Kiss Instawave Hair Curler
I received this item from Brandbacker in exchange for my review. All opinions listed are 100% my own. When I recently had the opportunity to try out a new Kiss InstaWave Automatic Curling Iron through Brandbacker I was intrigued, excited and could not wait to try out this product on my hair! ...
The Perfect Gift for any Mother – Pearls by Laurel
When I was younger, I can remember staring at my mother's rings she wore. There was this one in particular that caught my eye that she never took off. No -- it wasn't her wedding ring. It was her Mother's ring. I asked her one time why she never took it off and she said it was because she always wanted to have us close. I knew then that one day, I wanted to own a ring just like that. However, ...
Create a Spa Day at Home For Your Hair with Madison Reed
Thank you to Madison Reed for the opportunity to discover a healthier and convenient alternative to at-home hair color. Today I decided it was high time to do away with my bright red summer hair and take on a new shade. My hair has been looking kind of dry and brittle, and honestly -- I just don't have the money right now to go to the beauty salon to get my hair taken care of. Thankfully, ...
Dove Advanced Care Deodorant Gives You Confidence to Rock that Sleeveless Outfit
Disclaimer: “I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Influence Central for Dove Advanced Care Deodorant. I received a promotional item to facilitate my review. A few weeks ago, my husband and I attended an evening wedding of two of our closest friends. I was SO excited because I was going to be able to get all dolled up in my favorite sleeveless dress and dance the night ...
What Makes You Great? Here are a Few Things You May Not Know About Me
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Post Great Grains Cereal for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. What makes you great? Today, I wanted to share a few things about me that you may not know. I am a quirky kind of girl, who walks to the beat of her own drum, and I smile a lot. ...
An Adorable Photo Shoot with My Husband – I Stayed Sweat Free Thanks to Secret (plus a giveaway)
Yesterday at church, my husband and I were sporting our new clothes we got this weekend from our favorite store in the world (more about that next week). Since we were both dressed up, I decided it was high time for some new photos. Even though he doesn't like taking pictures, he agreed and let my friend snap some sweet ones of us together. ...